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[Spinal cord physical-functional assessment model].

N M Alexandre¹, M A de Moraes

¹Departamento de Enfermagem da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas-UNICAMP, Dr. Miguel Pierro, 128-Cidade Universitária-13083-300-Campinas-São Paulo-Brasil. neusalex@fcm.unicamp.br

Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem

|June 4, 2002

Summary

This study outlines essential semiological methods for posture and spinal cord evaluation in primary healthcare. It details patient history taking and a comprehensive physical examination for accurate assessment.

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Area of Science:

Medical Diagnostics
Physical Examination Techniques
Spinal Cord Assessment

Context:

Primary healthcare settings
Importance of early posture and spinal cord evaluation
Need for standardized semiological methods

Purpose:

To describe essential semiological methods for posture and spinal cord evaluation
To guide healthcare professionals in primary care
To ensure thorough patient assessment

Summary:

The study details semiological methods for posture and spinal cord evaluation.
Methods include patient history and a detailed physical examination.
Physical examination encompasses static and dynamic inspection, palpation, muscle assessment, neurological tests, and special tests.

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Impact:

Improved diagnostic accuracy in primary care
Enhanced patient management for spinal conditions
Foundation for further research in spinal cord semiology